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Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD

New York, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Acquah, Critical Care Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Acquah graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Acquah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acquah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acquah’s office at (212) 420-2377.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Acquah?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Acquah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bronchoscopy, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Cough-Chronic, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Pleural Disease, Sarcoidosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Acquah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Acquah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) Program

    • Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College

    Is Dr. Acquah board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Acquah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Acquah speak?

    Dr. Acquah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Acquah treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Acquah diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Acquah. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism with Heart Strain
    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Large Blood Clot in Lung Artery with Acute Heart Strain
    • Lung Blood Clot with Cor Pulmonale
    • Acute PE with Heart Strain
    • Heart Failure from Lung Clot
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE
    • Saddle pulmonary embolism
    • Massive lung clot with heart failure
    • Acute cor pulmonale from saddle embolus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2609: Other pulmonary embolism with acute cor pulmonale
    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
    • I2602: Saddle embolus of pulmonary artery with acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Toxic Brain Damage
    • Toxic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Poisoning
    • Drug-Induced Brain Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G929: Unspecified toxic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Respiratory Failure
    • ARDS
    • Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Shock Lung
    • Acute Lung Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J80: Acute respiratory distress syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Coughing Up Blood
    • Cough
    • Bloody cough
    • Spitting blood
    • Hemoptysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R042: Hemoptysis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Toxic brain damage
    • Toxic encephalopathy
    • Brain damage from toxins
    • Drug-induced brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G928: Other toxic encephalopathy

    Which procedures does Dr. Acquah perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samuel Acquah may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Acquah's office.

    Does Dr. Acquah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acquah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 420-2377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Acquah accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Acquah in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Acquah's office located?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah's Primary Practice

    10 Union Sq E

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 420-2377

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    What is Dr. Acquah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Acquah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700876943.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acquah?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acquah

    What is Dr. Samuel Acquah's specialty?

    Dr. Acquah is a Critical Care Internist near New York, NY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Acquah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samuel Acquah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Acquah is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Samuel Acquah accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Acquah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samuel Acquah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Acquah's office at (212) 420-2377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samuel Acquah?

    Please contact Dr. Acquah's office at (212) 420-2377 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Acquah have?

    Dr. Samuel Acquah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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